Left alone with no help

Indie_Kid

Because you're a full time student, you won't pay any council tax. You may need to get a letter from college stating this.

Owain_Moneysaver

I am sorry to read about your loss.

There can be a lot to deal with when someone dies, and you might find it worthwhile getting a copy of the book What to Do When Someone Dies ("Which?" Consumer Guides) which most WHSmith bookshops will have.

Speak to your advisor of studies or student association academic affairs person about getting leave of absence from college, so you don't have to worry about essay deadlines etc. They may also be able to give you a hardship loan or payment to keep you going while you get things like benefits etc sorted out.

CIS

Because you're a full time student, you won't pay any council tax. You may need to get a letter from college stating this.

As a college student it depends on the level of the course, its no higher than A level , primarily between 9:30 & 5:30 , 12 hrs or more per week and lasts 3 months or more than you can othwerise your not a student for council tax purposes,

If you meet these requirements then your property will be exempt from council tax as long as you do so. (it will need to re-assesed if your circumstances or household change)

Person_one

I'm sorry about your dad.

This thread should be useful:

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/344578

Numptytoes

Aw I couldn't read your message without leaving you a message. I am so sorry for your loss. Do you have other family that could help you sort out things?

Valley's_girl

I am so very sorry for the loss of your dad Amy.
Take care love.
ally xx

AmyAdele

My dad owned the house. And paid all the bills and for food.

Im Currently doing a btec nation diploma at college ( its an A level equivalent) and was due to start university in september but now my loan application is void as my dad was supporting my application. so i now have till next Friday to submit a new application which prooves that me and my mum are estranged.

Ive asked work for extra hours but im at college 9 till 5 4 days a week I work 12 hours over Fridays and Saturdays. with Sunday as my dad to do house work shopping and homework but ive asked my manager for any extra hours on Sundays. If i miss any lessons so close to my final project it will effect my grade.

Ive emailed the CAB but most benefits dont apply to students

chesky369

Did your dad leave a will? Does he have any other relatives? Are your mother and he divorced?

chesky369

Your college MUST have a student welfare officer - I'm sure they will be helpful if you go to them.

Breast_Cancer_Survivor

I'm so sorry to hear about your dad.

It must be terrifying just being completely alone at 19 let alone having financial worries too.